BMW N52 Performance Air Filter Installation *Crazy Difference*
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Installing a performance K&N air filter to my BMW N52 engine on my BMW 130i but this engine is also in the 330i and 530i varients.
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@deaconenoch3456
2 жыл бұрын
instablaster
@dzeremidzeremi4232
Жыл бұрын
Thx
Seeing that grin on your face when you booted it!! That’s what it’s all about, keep it up mate 👍
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate, appreciate it!
@loramattal7688
3 жыл бұрын
i concur! i am putting in a k&n based on your smile... and the good info you passed along! me: E90 N52=2006 325i 3.0L
Man this video was my style video! Front to back. Great job on this presentation and demonstration
The boost seems significant enough for me at least, made a world of difference in my e90 328i. Love it.
Great to see a test drive after install, keep up the good work George 👍
@GeorgeAusters
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man
This chanel is just getting better and better.
@GeorgeAusters
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
Good video. Developing more performance is closely tied to getting more air induction. Well done, George.
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Jon!
fairplay pal thers a nice little rasssppp with the new K@N filter installed good job
I fitted A K+N air filter to my MR2 and it sounded amazing. It was one of the 54i series. It was cone shaped to better sound amazing and add harmonics to my 4 cylinder and it did but it robbed low down torque and made it hard to pass an mot and after a year ... For a year though it sounded like I drove a V8. Just a really torque starved v8. ....I put the old air box back on. Luv and Peace.
11:10 we are going to be talking about a very minor difference. Video Title: *Crazy Difference*
It sounds really good. Im actually hearing a similar engine sound as a Porsche six cylinder.
There are many yt channels that have done dyno comparisons of air filters and none of them have found that any of the aftermarket/performance filters make a significant difference to power output and any increase in power is likely down to slight changes in other parameters. Furthermore, some aftermarket filters are not good at filtering out fine particles and oiled filters can actually contaminate the MAF sensor causing either premature failure or loss of power.
There is a reason why the BMW kit also included a larger cross-section intake duct and a new cover to increase the area where the duct joins the airbox, the filter on it's own is still strangled by the duct. Compare the area of the intake where the MAF is fitted with the duct above the radiator, the MAF housing is bigger.
@tomconner5067
9 ай бұрын
With the maf area bigger the maf sensor must also grow to take advantage of the slower velocity for a given volume of atmospheric air flow to an area of lower pressure in a conduit or manifold. If the maf isn’t exposed to the total volume of air in the column that it’s designed to react to, it will indicate a low volume condition when theres actually an increase in volume and less boundary layer flow resistance and less pre throttle plate vacuum, if an old school flapper valve MAF sensor was improvised, it was effected by both the air flow’s velocity and the density (humidity and low temps made the air denser and it would move the flap more per a given throttle plate angle and some systems were programmed to respond by increasing the injector volume or dwell depending
George, this is my next purchase, ya killing me man :)
@GeorgeAusters
4 жыл бұрын
Hahaha
@thomasmcdougall8059
3 жыл бұрын
You should do the 6th gear delete
Thanks for the video
The response is better. 🔥🔥🔥
Good review 👍
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Paul!
Nice great video…good info…thanks
@GeorgeAusters
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man
I have installed these on all of my cars as well. What I like about them is that once you spend $50 on one of these, it will last you years to come, Just take it out every year or so and shake and knock it to spit all the garbage it catches
Seating that maf sensor properly might have helped a bit with the performance too.
In my 325i e90 n52 i just leave open the airbox with the stock filter. It's sounds insane and the engine still well protected aganist dust and dirt.
If you have watched project farm’s video, KN filter gives more air flow but get dirtier air as well
@GeorgeAusters
4 жыл бұрын
Never had an issue with K&N👍🏻
@handsomehugh
3 жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters The impregnated oil may interfere with the sensitive electronics of the MAF sensor.
Nice video
Just purchased a 2007 130i but auto so my wife can drive it 53k xenons sunroof vgc to say the least..great vid cheers
@GeorgeAusters
2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff, enjoy it!
Hey @Georgeausters how can I remove the boot (intake hose after MAF) when it’s stuck to the box?
Hi thanks for the video. About your opinion, can I use the same component in my bmw e91? Do you think it works well without any other modifications to the engine?
could you tell us the the part number of the screw of the Air Filter Housing, thanks?
Hi I've got a Z4 e89 2011 n52 , can I fit a K&N filter? Can't find anything online??
Not sure if that model has the sound resonator tube going from the air box to firewall if it does like my E86 Z4 Coupe take it off and remove the 2 foam plugs in it the sound is extreme I ended up cutting one in half and leaving the rest out
bonjour, bonne video et merci pour la traduction en français enfin quelqu'un qui pense a nous.
Hi I have a quick question I bought K&n universal air filter today for my e46 bmw can Imstall same way my air filter is come shaped and it’s clamp on
@dflex4180
3 жыл бұрын
this filter is for the EUROBOX intake you must have a different set up
Why i change me intake. It shows check engine sign?
Will it fit the N43 engine?
For a BMW 2010 E93 328i, is there a Reset for setting up a reminder for next Air Filter change? I didn't see that in the instrument panel menu although the mileage for cabin air filter change can be scheduled for the next 29k miles.
@GeorgeAusters
Жыл бұрын
No there’s not
Can I put in in bmw 525 I m sport n 53? Thx
You are amezing bro
Hey George, I've heard the oily coating on these K&N filters can tend to block up the MAF sensor over time. Hence, some people recommend the normal air filter because of this. What's your thoughts on that? Thank you!
@GeorgeAusters
4 жыл бұрын
Rubbish. That only happens when people re oil them and apply way too much oil👍🏻
@alanmac75
3 жыл бұрын
Leave the lid off it will get more air
@rotorblade9508
3 жыл бұрын
It had a square one but I removed it and it seems to idle better otherwise could notice any difference but this cylinder filter l think it’s larger, plus the maf is new and it’s risky, as aerosols of oil may stick to it
@dflex4180
3 жыл бұрын
@@alanmac75 nah you would suck more dirt in also
@snoopdutt1985
3 жыл бұрын
@@alanmac75 and loads of heat soak!
Also if you change the intake boot, it will make it sound a whole lot better!
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Have done a video on that👍🏻
@panamanian_n5x
3 жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters will definitely upload a video of that, i have an 325i which i'm going to turbo it, so i will be uploading some content!
@snoopdutt1985
3 жыл бұрын
Did you notice any difference with the mishimoto boot?
@mxll.94
8 ай бұрын
Any tips for a 528i 2010?
@panamanian_n5x
8 ай бұрын
@@mxll.94 does that still have the N52? Or it has a different engine?
George what is the make or the small spray cleaner you use for degreasing, It seems to be a useful tool
@GeorgeAusters
4 жыл бұрын
Fairy
@michaelkettleson7317
3 жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters The actual spray gun and pump George.
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Michael Kettleson Oh right yeah sorry I’m not sure mate. Think it’s just a generic pump action pressure sprayer
Hi George, I’m enjoying the channel. I’m about to change the CCV on my Z4. I have the 177bhp 2.5i n52 is there any way to increase the power? The 2.5si makes around 218bhp Thanks
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
3 stage manifold
@SkodaMart
3 жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters Hi George,, thanks for the reply. Would I then need the vehicle remapped or software changed? 218bhp would be plenty enough for me, thanks
How do you wash and re-oil and air filter? :')
@easyfix6405
3 жыл бұрын
If you go to auto zone if you live in the US, you can order a recharge kit. Or you can go order one online or go to your nearest car store that sells K&N stuff.
If you we want to capitalise on the noise & performance gains from the K&N, a 135i back box transplant is highly recommended! You get gurgles, pops and bangs too........Hope I haven't just spoiled your next plan of action 😬
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
135i back box is a very common mod for the 130i but very expensive for what it is!
@GervanKelly
3 жыл бұрын
George Austers at £150? I thought that was a bargain. Have I been "mugged off"? Enlighten us boss 😂
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
@@GervanKelly £150 Isn't too bad a price, but then it needs welding am I correct?
@GervanKelly
3 жыл бұрын
George Austers Yes, I paid £60 for the weld. However, I also went ASBO and got a Y pipe (Res delete) 😱
@curraManTV
Жыл бұрын
@@GervanKelly i know this is two years ago,but holy fuck whered you get one for that price??
I am seriously considering swapping by remapped 120d for a 130i. I just want that straight six noise in my life again.
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Yep certainly is the best engine for a BMW.. my 520D is the daily and 130i the project car🙌🏼
@simonh870
3 жыл бұрын
how does the handling of the 1 compare to the 5 series? Ideally I could do with a larger car due to having a family, and a 530/535d would fit the bill nicely.
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
My 5 series handles very well for what it is. A big saloon car👍🏻
@teslamodelsteenclan6864
3 жыл бұрын
I have a 130i myself and it's actually incredible, the sound it makes is just WOW
@mortenh.o.703
10 ай бұрын
@@teslamodelsteenclan6864 Me too
5 to 10 bhp more you must be joking 😆🤣
@snoopdutt1985
Жыл бұрын
Including additional M badges
@paulmason2629
Жыл бұрын
100bhp Increase 😜.... Decent video but results are as expected, v to. No difference but I still change them to k&n 🤣 habit
@QT-harmonic
3 ай бұрын
I just did this, and it actually feels like 5-10bhp more, I don’t understand how but it does
@scottbeaman6355
2 ай бұрын
Placebo 😂@@QT-harmonic
All you had to do was leave the lid off and would of sounded better
An induction cone filter doesn't make any difference really unless the exhaust system has also been upgraded
I have a 65 plate F15 X5 40d, would i benefit from a K&N Filter ? Car has done 65k Thank you
@GeorgeAusters
Жыл бұрын
Biggest benefit is the filter lasts forever
OMG 4years no air filter change. I wonder how long engine like that lasts:)
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
This engine is solid now after i've done all the work!
Did the k&n air filter make much difference to your 520d ?
@GeorgeAusters
4 жыл бұрын
Maybe slightly more responsive and slight increase in noise
does this fit on a 325i e92 2.5 ?? also n52b25 engine :)
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Yes
@noscopeguy3789
3 жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters thanks man, i just placed my order, was lucky tho only 4 left in stock
Any thoughts on putting a k&n on the N47?
@GeorgeAusters
2 жыл бұрын
I done it
@imyeg6
2 жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters yeah just found it after I wrote that comment. I’m in two minds bogo mahle filter or k&n I’ll probably give the k&n a go. 50k service life seems a little extreme?
Take the Cover Off.And you have a nice Sound 😊
@robbieshaft
Жыл бұрын
Yes will sound nicer, but not good for engine performance
Does this filter fit a bmw e60 2006 530i n52
@GeorgeAusters
2 жыл бұрын
Depends if it has the panel style or cone style filter
Dude...not what I'd call crazy
Try running it without the air filter cover on top, man it makes this howling noise like a lonely wolf haha.
@mxll.94
8 ай бұрын
Any further tips
Holy shit it’s Carl froch XD
@GeorgeAusters
2 жыл бұрын
😂
Watching this because I have to change a bulb makes no sense! 😁
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Haha!
I would not call it crazy difference though lol
Did you oil that filter, or did you just installed it without oil?
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
It’s pre oiled
@camposjesus3725
2 жыл бұрын
Its bad to install it with oil.
4 cylinder engine?
@stevecariggillio4139
Жыл бұрын
Straight 6
this will decrease your torque at low rpm and increase fuel consumption after 50km. the car computer will adjust can learn the intake aor flow rate.
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Yep I’m getting 40mpg on highway
@aysarabbas9731
3 жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters cap
@bossprime5798
2 жыл бұрын
@@aysarabbas9731 😂
@mre9980
2 жыл бұрын
So there’s no point basically- when you say car computer will learn intake do you mean it should go back to normal if tht makes sense ??
@AugustDreamScape
Жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters No way.. I'm lucky if I get 23mpg highway in my e90 328i
Doesn’t fir
Where’d you buy the box that the cone filter sits in
@GeorgeAusters
Жыл бұрын
It’s stock
Would you bother telling insurance about this ?
@GeorgeAusters
2 жыл бұрын
No it’s just an air filter lol
Carl Froch
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
I've heard that a lot hahaha
@AshG786
3 жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters should pack up on the cars and get in the boxing ring mate lol. I swear if you walked around with a suit on and acted all Frochy ppl wouldn’t tell the difference bud!!
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
@@AshG786 Hahahaha
@AshG786
3 жыл бұрын
@@GeorgeAusters George I have a E91 320d 177hp and it tends to overheat a lot. As the coolant is always running 95-99 degrees celsius when the car is driven normally, will get to them temps within 15/20 mins of normal driving. I’ve had the engine thermostat and coolant sensor Switch changed and it is still the same. One thing to note is the radiator fan comes on very late at a very low speed and does f*kall really to cool the engine down. Any ideas where I Should start looking mate ? Thanks
@AshG786
3 жыл бұрын
08 plate 130k milage
Snake oil
Never use k and n filters they let so much more dust into your engine it will be ruined.....what nonsense i always had k and n in my bmw and you really could feel the difference in response.👍
@GeorgeAusters
4 жыл бұрын
Yep I’ve had K&N filters on all of my cars and never had a problem with them👍🏻
@thegeneral1955
Жыл бұрын
Myth, my truck has had a cold air intake (not k&n) for 40k miles 15k+ of that is all dirt road and off road. I neglected the filter at times and it’s had load of dust on it. Sent a oil sample to a lab and it came back insanely good, better than average.
before after its a same shit
k and n filter do give more air but at the same time more dirt to your engine dont use it just use bmw parts
@GeorgeAusters
4 жыл бұрын
Never had an issue with K&N👍🏻
@teslamodelsteenclan6864
3 жыл бұрын
What, that makes 0 sense lol
@oceandrive7283
3 жыл бұрын
Potential problems are oil getting onto the MAF sensor- particularly that it's very easy to put too much oil on after cleaning. Be careful.
I really want a 130i now. FFS
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha
the weaker the filter the weaker your engine
A cone filter is NOT a better option as the factory intake is well designed and pulls in good air Cone filters ruin the MAF sensor with oil and cause all sorts of issues
@GeorgeAusters
2 жыл бұрын
This is the factory style filter
Your linked Website: “K&N automotive OE (original equipment) replacement air filters generally add 1 to 4 horsepower, …” I never noticed any different in my Rover V8 engines
@GeorgeAusters
3 жыл бұрын
You wouldn’t even feel that small of an increase
@futureofboxing6025
2 жыл бұрын
I have dyno paper with a 8hp increase with my k/n